attachment — an extra part or extension that is or may be attached to something to perform a particular function
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an extra part or extension that is or may be attached to something to perform a particular function
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈtætʃmənt/
Example Sentences
- His attachment to his childhood blanket lasted well into his twenties.
- I forgot to include the attachment in my email, so I basically sent my boss an empty promise.
- The drill comes with various attachments for different types of screws.
attachment
NOUN[/əˈtætʃmənt/]
an extra part or extension that is or may be attached to something to perform a particular function
an extra part or extension that is or may be attached to something to perform a particular function
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from French 'attacher' (to fasten or attach), originally used in legal contexts to describe the seizure of property or assets. The meaning gradually expanded from its legal sense to encompass physical fastening, emotional bonds, and modern digital applications such as email attachments.
Breakdown
attach (from French attacher, meaning to fasten) + -ment (suffix denoting a state, condition, or result of an action).
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His attachment to his childhood blanket lasted well into his twenties.”
“I forgot to include the attachment in my email, so I basically sent my boss an empty promise.”
“The drill comes with various attachments for different types of screws.”
“My cat's attachment to my laptop is so strong that it thinks every keyboard is its personal bed.”
“Please open the attachment to view the detailed project timeline.”
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